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a Few Questions About Getting On the Pill...

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I've never been on birth control before. Never had sex, either. But most probably will this January 2008 (in a long distance relationship). But before I do, I want to make sure I'm fully protected. But there are a few questions I have...

1. I'm planning on going to Planned Parenthood for my examination and pills. Has anyone had any good or bad experiences there?

2. I'm quite overweight. I got to a point where I was so overweight that my periods stopped completely but I've had my last two periods (I've been losing weight). Do you think the pill would be ineffective for someone who is quite over weight? Or if the doctor will even prescribe the pill to someone like me?

3. I've read that one should take the pill for at least 7 days for it to be protective against pregnancy. Other places, I've read you need to take it for three months to be effective as a contraceptive. I plan on taking it after my first period in November.

Um... sorry if I sound utterly clueless. But I did a bit of research and figured a response from a forum full of people would be more helpful. Just so I know what to expect when I go to the doctor.
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replied September 15th, 2007
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Re: a Few Questions About Getting On the Pill...
globetrotter wrote:
I've never been on birth control before. Never had sex, either. But most probably will this January 2008 (in a long distance relationship). But before I do, I want to make sure I'm fully protected. But there are a few questions I have...

1. I'm planning on going to Planned Parenthood for my examination and pills. Has anyone had any good or bad experiences there?

Yes! It was wonderful; I really almost enjoyed my pap-smear lol. The nurses and doctors were very understanding and talkitive which really helps me. My speculum was even heated lol.

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2. I'm quite overweight. I got to a point where I was so overweight that my periods stopped completely but I've had my last two periods (I've been losing weight). Do you think the pill would be ineffective for someone who is quite over weight? Or if the doctor will even prescribe the pill to someone like me?

I don't know. It's going to be up to the doctor who sees you. As far as being less effective, yes, weight is a factor.

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3. I've read that one should take the pill for at least 7 days for it to be protective against pregnancy. Other places, I've read you need to take it for three months to be effective as a contraceptive. I plan on taking it after my first period in November.


The deal!:
If you start the pills on the first day of your period, you are protected immediately!.
If you start the pills at any other time during the month, you will need to wait one week before you are protected fully Smile
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replied September 15th, 2007
Thank you so much for your reply, Eiri Smile That did calm my nerves somewhat.
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replied September 15th, 2007
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Because you are overweight, they may actually prefer something like a NUVA RING, because pills can be less effective for overweight women.
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